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Summary: The drive to the trailhead is nearly as nice as the hike. Once at the trailhead you will begin up a gradual incline along a wide gravel path. The trail is in a heavily wooded area, with Porters Creek on your left. This hike provides a cool respite on even the hottest of days. At about the 0.6 mile point, there is a series of rock walls and old building foundations from an old settlement. At the 0.75 mile point, is the old cemetery. Take the time to pay your respects to these early settlers. The gravel pathway continues to the 1.0 mile point, where a short spur trail leads to the Historic Farm Site. You will find John Messer's cantilevered barn built in 1875. Past the barn is the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club Cabin, built in 1934-36. The gravel path ends here. To continue on to the waterfall, take the left trail along Porters Creek. This well marked trail continues its gradual ascent for an additional 1 mile to the base of the waterfall. Trailhead: Drive east on highway 321 from Gatlinburg. Turn right onto Greenbrier Road, until the road makes a "Y" at the bridge. Follow Porters Creek Road (gravel) to the trailhead. (Lat:35.69693 Lon:-83.3875) Trail Guides for Porters Creek Trail: Hiking Great Smoky Mountains by Rodney & Priscilla Albright (The Globe Pequot Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Great Smoky Mountain National Park - 865-436-1200 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Ron Long, who has posted 22 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Brian on 4/17/2006 I hiked this trail this past weekend and camped at campsite #31, end of trail 3.6 miles from trailhead. This is probably one of the best wildflower hikes in the park, nice watefall 1.8 miles in and plenty of history stuff to check just in the first mile. Recommended hike for any hiker, novice or experienced.
Reviewed by JC on 3/9/2005 This is a fairly easy hike with some nice views and some history in the mix too. I would recommend this for any hiker, novice, or experienced. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Tennessee Hiking, Tennessee Trails, Tennessee Hikes, Sevier County Hiking, Sevier County Trails, Sevier County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
